UN General Assembly Adopts Ukraine Peace Resolution... "Calls for Immediate Withdrawal of Russian Troops"

141 Votes in Favor... Korea Also Participates as a Co-Sponsor

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[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Ji-eun] A resolution urging Russia to withdraw its troops from Ukraine was adopted at the United Nations General Assembly.

According to major foreign media including The Guardian on the 23rd (local time), UN member states passed the peace resolution with 141 votes in favor at an emergency special session held at the UN headquarters in New York, marking one year since the Ukraine war began. There were 7 votes against and 32 abstentions. The countries that voted against the resolution were Russia, North Korea, Eritrea, Belarus, Mali, and Nicaragua, while China, Iran, and India abstained.

The resolution on "Peace and Principles related to Ukraine," led by the United States and the European Union (EU), also included the South Korean government as a co-sponsor.

The resolution demanded an unconditional and immediate withdrawal of Russian forces.

Although the General Assembly resolution is not legally binding, it is significant in that the international community has confirmed a unified stance on the issue. Given the overwhelming support, Russia cannot help but feel pressured.

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba stated at a press conference after the General Assembly, "This vote will serve as evidence to refute claims that only Western countries support Ukraine," adding, "141 UN member states have made it clear that Russia must stop its illegal invasion." He explained, "By voting in favor of today's UNGA resolution, 141 UN member states have clearly stated that Russia must cease its illegal aggression." He also emphasized, "Even one year after Russia's invasion, global support for Ukraine remains strong."

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